John Tortorella told reporters before the game that he liked the “bite” that Eminger added in his return to the lineup, and noted that he thought Bryan McCabe played his best game as a Ranger upon being paired with Eminger. And that Avery’s three penalties — presumably the third, more than the others — were a factor in his being prucha’d.

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Some of youse root for the Knicks, too. So, with Carmelo Anthony joining Amare Stoudemire, and with the Knickerbockers on their way to the playoffs for the first time in forever, you should know that we’re resurrecting our LoHud Knicks blog.[1] Please check it out, and tell your friends.